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Book bans keep us apart and ignorant of each other
Ohio ranks ninth nationally for numbers of attempts to ban or restrict books. We need books kept on the shelves.
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Biden is a better candidate for the environment
Donald Trump does not care about the environment. If he gets another term in office, the climate crisis will get worse and worse.
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Be informed about SB 37 and driver’s license suspension practices
The majority of license suspenses are driven by debt, not danger
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Thank you for passing the senior services levy
We are incredibly grateful for Athens County’s support of the levy that funds Meals on Wheels.
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Anti-gerrymandering ballot initiative returns democracy to the people
Gerrymandering removes any incentive for a political party to improve its policies and candidates, and therefore leads to poor choices for the voters.
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Spjeldnes’ letter on ceasefire resolution included contested information
This is not to say that no atrocities were committed by Hamas, but the most spectacular and repeated incidents were fabrications.
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Incumbent endorses Clodfelter for treasurer
To the editor: Next week’s Democratic primary election features only one local race but it is a race of critical importance to Athens County voters. The primary for Athens County Treasurer is being contested by two local Democrats. I believe Beth Clodfelter is clearly the best choice. She is an accomplished professional with a couple…
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Hamas attacks did not occur in a vacuum
The events of October 7th are a result of 75 years of occupation. It is time to stop blaming the victims.
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Israeli Cease Fire Resolution and Athens City
Some wonder why I was one of the two (out of six) Athens City Council members who voted against the recent controversial resolution. Others thanked me for my decision.
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Seventh grader seeks presidency of Nelsonville-York Middle School student council
To the editor: My name is Zach Hockman. I am proud to announce I am running for Nelsonville York Middle School Student Council and I am seeking the office of president. Here is some information about me: Zach Hockman is a current 7th grader who is running for Nelsonville York Middle School Student Council President…
